“Nothing traps you in the urgency of the moment like availability.” — Sam Raimer, Baptist pastor and blogger. Anyone in a leadership position, from an … Read more
7 Actions That Drive Sustainable High Performance
There’s always room to improve performance. These talent practices can help companies consistently meet or exceed strategic business objectives over time, … Read more
The Benefits of Vacation: Why Letting Employees Off Makes So Much Sense
Why, oh why are we so stingy with time off? Not only are managers reluctant to give time off, employees are often reluctant to take it. It’s no secret that … Read more
The Perils of Being a Super Leader
I am a big Superman fan, and I’m really looking forward to seeing the new movie. But the whole Superman concept got me thinking – how would you feel if you … Read more
Nobody Is Indispensable, or Why You Really Need Succession Planning
“The graveyards are full of indispensable men.” — Charles DeGaulle One of the basic tenets of popular business advice, publicized even by industry leaders … Read more
Do You Look for Cultural Fit, or for Innovation?
The world hates change, yet it is the only thing that has brought progress. — Charles Kettering There has been a lot written lately about “cultural … Read more
A July 4th Wish: Yes, You Can Earn Your Leadership Stars and Stripes
For many of us, the Fourth of July conjures up images of fireworks, hot dogs, and the unofficial start of the summer season. But when we celebrate … Read more
What Happens When Employees Trust Leaders, But Not the Comp Plan?
Ever run into a situation where employees say that they trust a company’s leaders but not its compensation plans? Where an otherwise trustworthy and … Read more
Flex Work and Work-Life Fit: They’re Simply a Smart Business Strategy
That was refreshing. Sitting there comfortably in my home office nook, speaking with a global health care customer about the future of work and the fact … Read more
The Big Difference Between Leaders and Managers
Leaders are a causal force — they cause things to happen that were not going to happen without their influence. They are future oriented and they envision … Read more